IT & MCIS

DEFINITION OF STANDARD:
Scanners are input or conversion devices used to create digital raster representations of paper forms, certificates, photographs, maps, charts, and reports. Scanners can be used in conjunction with imaging applications and systems, workflow software or for general graphical input, such as electronic publishing and web site images.

PUBLICATION DATE: 1/28/00
REVIEW CYCLE: 6 months
REVIEW DATE: 6/1/04

Recommended Standard(s):
Universal Serial Bus (USB)

Recommended Product(s):
Hewlett-Packard, Epson

Technical Considerations:
Available as flatbed, form feed and drum. Flatbed scanners are recommended. Capable of scanning resolutions between 2400 by 4800 DPI, depending on application. Use at least 48-bit color.

For more information: Contact the Information Technology Customer Service Center at helpdesk@uky.edu or by phone at 257-1300. You may also visit the University of Kentucky Computer Store at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Stores/ComputerStore.